Is an exceptional drummer that calls Tampa Bay his home. A native of the area; he has been active as a drummer both professionally and in his community for the past ten years.


Like many of today's drumming giants, Marcus began playing drums in his local church. For many years he developed his skills in this environment known for manufacturing many of the industries leading musicians. In his recent years Marcus has made strides to find himself counted amongst the nations leading musicians by finishing well into the country's most noted drumming competition, the Guitar Center Drum-off. His success in this competition has brought about numerous opportunities for him to share the stage with many well known Gospel Music Artists and several local & national R&B and smooth jazz artists.

Saxophone prodigy BK Jackson is mounting what appears to be an exceptionally promising career as a solo artist and often hires Marcus as his drummer of choice for high profile engagements. From weddings to coveted jazz festivals; you can find these two world class musicians making music together all over the southeast at various times throughout the year.

(Video of Marcus playing his #1 WCH drum)














Marcus' #1 Drum Specs:

• 8"x12" Keller Maple Shell - Bearing edges & custom cut snare bed
• 12" Triple flange 2.3mm rims
• 3-1/2" Tube Lugs
• Black Nylon Tension Rod washers
  
• Vintage Blue Onyx Pearl Wrap
• Evans Heads (standard on WCH Drums)
• Custom vinyl text (name)
  
• WCH name badge (could be stained to blend in with drum - optional)
  

Marcus' #2 Drum Specs:

• 7.5"x13" Keller Maple (3/4" split)
• 45° Bearing edges, rounded edges at the split, & custom cut snare bed

• 13" Triple flange 2.3mm rims

• 3-9/16" Tube Lugs, Black Tension rods

• All black hardware
  
• Black Nylon Tension Rod washers
  
• Black Sparkle wrap with custom font text front & back
  
• Evans Heads (standard on WCH Drums)

Check out Marcus on-line @:
 www.myspace.com/marcusdadrummer

www.advancesounds.com/new/marcus.htm